Gilroy police capture fugitive in possession of loaded handgun, drugs

GILROY - A fugitive was captured in possession of a firearm, drugs and burglary tools in Gilroy on Friday afternoon, police said.

The wanted felon, Jacob John Hall, 28, a transient of Gilroy, was arrested when members of the Gilroy Police Department's Anti-Crime Team recognized him outside a residence in the area of Fairview Drive at about 4:45 p.m. on Friday, police said.

Hall attempted to flee from police, but was ultimately captured and subdued, according to officers.